October 10 Riyadh Airport Attack: Another Injured Indian National Dies, Embassy Extends Help to Family
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An Indian national who was injured in the October 10 attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has died. This is another reported death of an Indian citizen following the attack, which left several people injured. The incident has raised concerns among Indian families whose relatives are living or travelling in Saudi Arabia.
The Embassy of India in Riyadh shared the news through a post on social media. It said the person was in critical condition and was receiving treatment in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). The Embassy expressed sadness over the death and offered condolences to the family.
Indian Embassy Assures All Possible Help to Family
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh said that its officials were in regular contact with the family of the deceased Indian national. The Embassy has been providing support and assistance to the family since the person was injured in the attack. It also assured them that all possible help would be provided during this difficult time. The Embassy said it would help the family bring the deceased person's body back to India if they wished. Alternatively, arrangements could also be made to conduct the last rites in Riyadh, depending on the family's decision. Officials are in touch with the family to understand their wishes and provide the required support.
The attack took place on October 10 at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. The incident caused panic and left several people dead and more than 300 injured. Among those affected were Indian nationals who were present at the airport when the attack took place. Some of the injured Indians were taken to hospitals for medical treatment, while those in critical condition were kept under close medical observation. The incident has caused concern among the Indian community living in Saudi Arabia.
India Condemns Attacks on Civilians
Earlier, the Indian Embassy had confirmed that another Indian national, Mohammed Yousuf Ali, a 46-year-old IT professional from Hyderabad, had died after being injured in the same attack. His wife and three children were also injured while the family was travelling for the Umrah pilgrimage.
India had strongly condemned the attacks on Riyadh airport and called for an immediate end to strikes on civilians and public places. The Ministry of External Affairs also expressed condolences to the affected families and said India stood with Saudi Arabia during the difficult situation.
